interest-free
|in-ter-est-free|
B2
/ˈɪntrəst friː/
without interest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'interest-free' originates from the combination of 'interest' and 'free', where 'interest' refers to the charge for borrowing money and 'free' means without cost.
Historical Evolution
The term 'interest-free' has been used in financial contexts to describe loans or credit that do not accrue interest.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without interest charges', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not requiring the payment of interest.
The bank offers an interest-free loan for students.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45